Job Description

Our client, a medical device company company in Cork are currently looking to recruit a Program Manager, R&D for their site.

Responsibilities will include:

The successful candidate will be responsible for the management and coordination of select high impact projects, programs and project teams associated with new products and technologies. The Program Manager will work closely with product development, operations and marketing to drive speed to market, product quality and ease of manufacture. The Program Manager will also mentor, set standards, and support other PM's and Project Engineers on bringing their projects to market.

All activities will be completed and documented in accordance with the new product development process utilising associated design controls

Assume overall responsibility for the successful initiation, planning, design, execution, monitoring, controlling and closure of bringing new products to the market place. The Program Manager is responsible to the program stakeholders for delivering a program's objectives within scope, schedule, cost, and quality.

Provide high quality leadership of Project Resources. Generate an engaging and positive environment. The Program Manager will be measured against milestone delivery and People performance throughout the Program lifetime.

Lead team in complex or difficult situations, removing obstacles or escalating to leadership as required, assigning appropriate resources and interacting with other functions to assist with issue resolution and streamlining of work process.

Establishment of priorities, imparting a sense of urgency and importance to the team while following Project and Program Management methodology in project and program execution.

Work closely with Divisional and GQO Reps to drive successful project and program implementation.

Requirements:

Bachelors degree in an engineering discipline with 10 or more years' experience in a technical and/or project management role. A qualification in project management is desirable.

Demonstrated Leadership, Project Management and Engineering experience in New Product Introduction in a regulated environment.

For further information on this R&D Program Manager role in Cork please contact Anne - Marie Fox on 087 2197421 / recruit@hero.ie

Confirmation

“I have worked with HERO recruitment (formerly HERO recruitment) for a number of years both within my current and previous position. I have always found HERO recruitment excellent to partner with, the consultants know our industry and cultural fit and can therefore successfully source high calibre candidates to match our open vacancies. I find HERO recruitment very professional to deal with and any candidates I interview who are sourced by HERO always have a positive recruitment experience”.

Moira Faherty,Human Resources ManagerChanelle Group

“My very first impression was that I was dealing with a recruitment company who were extremely professional, supportive and knowledgeable of the role for which I was applying. Not only were the responsibilities of the role explained to me in great detail, but they also went to great lengths to really understand the depth of my technical, managerial and leadership experience and capabilities. What impressed me the most was their personal touch in building a strong relationship with me as a candidate and in maintaining regular contact with me on the status of the role throughout the application process”.

Adrian Rice,Engineering Manager Boston Scientific

“HERO have been a key strategic recruiting partner to Hollister ULC over many years. During our continued growth and expansion at our facility in Ballina, Hero have worked closely with us to really understand our recruiting needs, the calibre of talent we are looking for, and the fit for our Hollister culture. HERO have successfully sourced and placed candidates for us into Research and Development, Project / Process Engineering, Supply Chain and key Management roles. They have a very experienced and professional team, and bring an excellent regional, national and international perspective”.

Tom Horkan,Asst. HR MangerHollister ULC, Ballina, Co. Mayo

"From the first prompt call-back to the ultimate congratulatory call to inform me of a job offer, Karl was an absolute professional; sound advice, solid research and knowledge of companies, unwavering persistence and friendly encouragement. West is best, so for anyone looking for a technical role, talk to Karl"

Fiachra CollinsComputer Vision Algorithm Team ManagerValeo

“HERO Recruitment continues to be a valued partner in supplying high calibre candidates to all three Boston Scientific sites in Ireland. In particular they have been successful in delivering on specific roles for key project scale-ups. HERO has also provided on-site recruitment presence during increased activity when required and consistently operate in a highly professional and competent manner”.

“HERO Recruitment were instrumental in sourcing and delivering key talent to the organisation and enabled us to meet our key deliverables within our start-up phase. They thoroughly understood our culture and constantly over delivered on our expectations. Our partnership with HERO Recruitment has without a doubt been a professional and collaborative one. HERO exceed themselves in all aspects of recruitment and are an absolute pleasure to work with”.

Christine Power,VP of Human ResourcesPivot

“HERO recruitment is an extension to our talent acquisition team. From hiring strategy meeting to the induction of the right talent, the HERO recruitment team provide an exemplary service. They are knowledgeable about our business needs, responsive and thorough. A true talent acquisition partner”.